Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 3
Los Angeles LakersLakers
138
away
Dallas MavericksMavs
115
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 34 | 39 | 38 | 27 | 138 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 26 | 30 | 20 | 39 | 115 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Lakers demolished the Mavericks 138-115. The tempo dragged the Mavericks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Lakers; the Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.